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Fed Caves to Trump Pressure, Cuts Interest Rates Amid Economic Slowdown

The Federal Reserve has yielded to President Donald Trump's pressure by lowering…

Deficit Dips as Tax Receipts Surge

The UK government's borrowing fell sharply in December, dropping by £7.1 billion…

Wickes Sees Robust Sales Growth as Prices Fall

A leading British home improvement retailer, Wickes, has reported strong sales performance…

Discount Retailer B&M Struggles Amid Price Cuts and Inventory Overhaul

In a challenging retail landscape, discount chain B&M has issued a fresh…

Funeral Plan Firm Collapse Leads to Fraud Charges

The collapse of Safe Hands Plans, a pre-paid funeral plan business, has…

ClearScore Expands into Mortgage Market with Acre Acquisition

In a strategic move to diversify its revenue streams and prepare for…

Ovo Offers Compensation to Vulnerable Customers Impacted by Warm Home Discount Scheme Delays

In a move to address the challenges faced by its customers, Ovo…

HSBC Chair to Accompany Prime Minister on China Visit

As Prime Minister Keir Starmer prepares to lead a high-profile business delegation…

Ovo Energy Fined £2.7M for Delaying Support Payments to Vulnerable Households

In a blow to the energy supplier Ovo, the industry regulator Ofgem…

Burnham Leads Crowded Field in Race to Replace Starmer

The upcoming by-election in Holborn and St Pancras presents a golden opportunity…

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